Dear "Little One,"
I saw you yesterday! It was so wonderful. You were wiggling around a bit, and measuring just where I had originally thought you would. Our due date is officially March 18th, 2014! We're gonna make it, sweet one! Your heart rate was 168 beats per minute. That's great! I had a hard time not crying, though there wouldn't have been a problem about that. You make me so happy!! Both Daddy and I are so happy to be welcoming you into our lives.
My next appointment is on your uncle Adam's birthday, September 12th. I'm hoping we can rule out any birth defects at that appointment so I can stop freaking out about losing you. Sorry, baby, your mommy is a worrier.
By the way, both Daddy and I think you are probably a boy, in which case your first name will be Rory. We shall see!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Blaaaaand
My "Little One,"
We are coming to an end of this day, and I just keep thinking how anxious I am to see you on Wednesday. That's just a few days away now. Daddy and I have been praying so hard that everything goes well with this pregnancy in general, and we get to keep you for a long, long time. Daddy says he's sure everything will be fine. Frankly, it's hard for me to trust his instincts at this point because he didn't feel off with your sister either, but I'm really trying to relax.
Remember that woman I mentioned a couple times? Well, her husband has decided to donate her organs since it appears she has so chance of recovering, not to mention the financial strain this will put on the newly-single father and child. They have a donation fund set up for them, but I'm sure those bills will be tremendous, not even mentioning the stress of losing his wife. I seriously do not envy his decision/position.
In other news, my morning sickness hasn't been quite so bad. I've been trying some pressure bands, and of course eating always helps. Grandma took Daddy and I to Golden Corral a couple days ago and all I've been able to think about is salads with delicious ranch and amazing homemade mashed potatoes. Yum. That's pregnancy for ya. Right now I eat mostly bland foods like bean and cheese burritos and ham and cheese hot pockets. Too sweet is out, and too spicy is definitely out. It's harder than you think to find sufficiently bland foods.
Little One, please stay strong. Your daddy and I both love and want you, and would do anything for you - just give us the chance. Please be our rainbow after the storm! As always, I love you and look forward to seeing you again - next week!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
(P.S. Daddy thinks you're a BOY. I'm still undecided.)
We are coming to an end of this day, and I just keep thinking how anxious I am to see you on Wednesday. That's just a few days away now. Daddy and I have been praying so hard that everything goes well with this pregnancy in general, and we get to keep you for a long, long time. Daddy says he's sure everything will be fine. Frankly, it's hard for me to trust his instincts at this point because he didn't feel off with your sister either, but I'm really trying to relax.
Remember that woman I mentioned a couple times? Well, her husband has decided to donate her organs since it appears she has so chance of recovering, not to mention the financial strain this will put on the newly-single father and child. They have a donation fund set up for them, but I'm sure those bills will be tremendous, not even mentioning the stress of losing his wife. I seriously do not envy his decision/position.
In other news, my morning sickness hasn't been quite so bad. I've been trying some pressure bands, and of course eating always helps. Grandma took Daddy and I to Golden Corral a couple days ago and all I've been able to think about is salads with delicious ranch and amazing homemade mashed potatoes. Yum. That's pregnancy for ya. Right now I eat mostly bland foods like bean and cheese burritos and ham and cheese hot pockets. Too sweet is out, and too spicy is definitely out. It's harder than you think to find sufficiently bland foods.
Little One, please stay strong. Your daddy and I both love and want you, and would do anything for you - just give us the chance. Please be our rainbow after the storm! As always, I love you and look forward to seeing you again - next week!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
(P.S. Daddy thinks you're a BOY. I'm still undecided.)
Thursday, August 8, 2013
More Hmm
Dear "Little One,"
Mommy had a rough night last night. I didn't sleep very well between throwing up and having my mind racing. I'm filling in for Grandma again, but thankfully I got to sleep in a lot so I wouldn't go crazy. As you can tell, though, I'm still struggling a bit to even write. Pregnancy can be really rough!
Earlier today, I went in to have my TB test results read: negative! That makes me happy - one less thing to worry about.
Remember that lady I mentioned last time? As far as I know, she is still alive and in the hospital but on life support and in a coma. Turns out she had something go wrong in her brain so her doctors had to do an emergency c-section to save her little boy, though there isn't much they can do for her. She and her little one have been on my mind a lot the last couple days. I know it's a long shot, but I really hope she makes it. Te whole thing has been especially hard for Daddy. The thought of losing me in that kind of situation really shook him up.
I pray you and I both survive this pregnancy and come out healthy and strong on the other side. Still excited to see you, my sweetheart. I love you!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
Mommy had a rough night last night. I didn't sleep very well between throwing up and having my mind racing. I'm filling in for Grandma again, but thankfully I got to sleep in a lot so I wouldn't go crazy. As you can tell, though, I'm still struggling a bit to even write. Pregnancy can be really rough!
Earlier today, I went in to have my TB test results read: negative! That makes me happy - one less thing to worry about.
Remember that lady I mentioned last time? As far as I know, she is still alive and in the hospital but on life support and in a coma. Turns out she had something go wrong in her brain so her doctors had to do an emergency c-section to save her little boy, though there isn't much they can do for her. She and her little one have been on my mind a lot the last couple days. I know it's a long shot, but I really hope she makes it. Te whole thing has been especially hard for Daddy. The thought of losing me in that kind of situation really shook him up.
I pray you and I both survive this pregnancy and come out healthy and strong on the other side. Still excited to see you, my sweetheart. I love you!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Hmm
Dear "Little One,"
I'm getting very excited to see you next Wednesday. Tomorrow marks one week until my appointment, and I can't wait! There have been some developments in a family we knew. I'm not quite sure what has happened, but the mother may have passed away after giving birth to her first little one. Like I said, I'm not quite sure about the details, but I know they are going through a rough time.
Childbirth is a scary, dangerous thing. When I gave birth to your sister, I was praying I didn't pass away and leave Daddy all alone. I pray that never happens. You would be worth it though - but I honestly hope I make it through all my childbirth experiences to raise you and any siblings you have alongside Daddy.
Anyway, that's all for now. I love you!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
I'm getting very excited to see you next Wednesday. Tomorrow marks one week until my appointment, and I can't wait! There have been some developments in a family we knew. I'm not quite sure what has happened, but the mother may have passed away after giving birth to her first little one. Like I said, I'm not quite sure about the details, but I know they are going through a rough time.
Childbirth is a scary, dangerous thing. When I gave birth to your sister, I was praying I didn't pass away and leave Daddy all alone. I pray that never happens. You would be worth it though - but I honestly hope I make it through all my childbirth experiences to raise you and any siblings you have alongside Daddy.
Anyway, that's all for now. I love you!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
Friday, August 2, 2013
Pool Party
Dear "Little One,"
Mommy had a rough night last night. I just didn't feel well at all. At least Daddy and I were able to get some good cuddles in, though.
The ward is having a pool party, which I'm really excited for. I have wanted to go swimming since before summer even started. It's been raining all day, though, so we'll see if we can still swim. Anyway, I'm still feeling optimistic about you, and I think it's starting to sink in that you will be here and needing us in what will seem like only a blink of time. We love you!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
Mommy had a rough night last night. I just didn't feel well at all. At least Daddy and I were able to get some good cuddles in, though.
The ward is having a pool party, which I'm really excited for. I have wanted to go swimming since before summer even started. It's been raining all day, though, so we'll see if we can still swim. Anyway, I'm still feeling optimistic about you, and I think it's starting to sink in that you will be here and needing us in what will seem like only a blink of time. We love you!
Sincerely,
Mommy.
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